
n8n
: How to use it, features, and the business problems it solves
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What is n8n?
n8n is an open-source, low-code automation tool that lets you build workflows with drag-and-drop to automate business processes. Integrates with over 400 services including Slack, Google Sheets, GitHub, and OpenAI.
Business problems it solves
About "n8n"
How to Use
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Create an account
Click "Get Started" or "Sign Up" on the official site and register with your email address or Google account.
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Create a workflow
Select "New Workflow" from the dashboard to start building a workflow.
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Add nodes
Build your workflow by dragging and dropping nodes that serve as triggers and actions.
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Configure settings
Configure each node and enter the necessary credentials and parameters.
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Test and debug
Run a test of your workflow and check the logs and output to verify there are no issues.
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Activate the workflow
Once everything checks out, activate the workflow to begin automatic execution.
Features
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Integration with over 500 services
Integrates with over 500 applications, including Gmail, Slack, and Google Sheets.
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No-code/low-code support
Build workflows by drag and drop, and customize with JavaScript or Python when needed.
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Self-hosted and cloud options
Use either the self-hosted version or the cloud version provided by n8n.
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Workflow version control
Manage workflow versions using Git.
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Scheduled execution and trigger configuration
Run workflows on a schedule or triggered by specific events.
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Error handling and retry features
Configure error handling and automatic retries.
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Multi-user collaboration
Collaborate as a team and create shared projects.
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Security and access control
Supports authentication methods such as SSO, LDAP, and SAML, enabling access control.
Pricing
| Starter plan | Pro plan | Enterprise plan | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly fee | €24 (€20 billed annually) | €60 (€50 billed annually) | Contact us |
| Workflow executions/month | 2,500 | 10,000 | Custom |
| Active workflows | 5 | 15 | Custom |
| Concurrent executions | 5 | 20 | 200+ |
| Shared projects | 1 | 3 | Unlimited |
| Workflow history retention | 7 days | 30 days | 365 days |
| SSO/SAML/LDAP support | × | × | ○ |
| Version control with Git | × | × | ○ |
| Dedicated support | Community support | Priority support | Dedicated support with SLA |


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